Child Therapists in Chelsea, New York, NY
BIGFeels Child Social & Emotional Skill Coaching
MA, Coach
Verified Verified
Chelsea, New York, NY 10001
BIGFeels NYC equips your child with a toolkit full of strategies that foster resilience in the face of life's inevitable challenges.
Does your child struggle with identifying emotions, coping with intense feelings, communicating their needs, empathizing with others, focusing on the present moment, or bouncing back from setbacks? BIGFeels NYC offers one-on-one, private Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Coaching. Our child-centered and science-backed techniques help children build essential SEL skills and strategies, empowering them to embrace their emotions (even the ones that don’t feel pleasant) and navigate them with confidence.
BIGFeels NYC equips your child with a toolkit full of strategies that foster resilience in the face of life's inevitable challenges.
Does your child struggle with identifying emotions, coping with intense feelings, communicating their needs, empathizing with others, focusing on the present moment, or bouncing back from setbacks? BIGFeels NYC offers one-on-one, private Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Coaching. Our child-centered and science-backed techniques help children build essential SEL skills and strategies, empowering them to embrace their emotions (even the ones that don’t feel pleasant) and navigate them with confidence.
In addition to my practice, I am an adjunct Clinical Supervisor for the School-Clinical Child Psychology Program at the Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology, Yeshiva University.
I specialize in the treatment of anxiety issues, including general worry, obsessive-compulsive disorder, social anxiety, and school avoidance. I also treat issues related to attention-deficit, depression, and parenting. I work with children, adolescents, adults and families. I have extensive training in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and empirically-supported family and parenting interventions. I work flexibly and openly with clients to identify treatment goals, and map out a strategy to achieve them. Together, we find practical and creative solutions to the problems that bring you to treatment.
In addition to my practice, I am an adjunct Clinical Supervisor for the School-Clinical Child Psychology Program at the Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology, Yeshiva University.
I specialize in the treatment of anxiety issues, including general worry, obsessive-compulsive disorder, social anxiety, and school avoidance. I also treat issues related to attention-deficit, depression, and parenting. I work with children, adolescents, adults and families. I have extensive training in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and empirically-supported family and parenting interventions. I work flexibly and openly with clients to identify treatment goals, and map out a strategy to achieve them. Together, we find practical and creative solutions to the problems that bring you to treatment.
I specialize in evaluating and working with preschoolers, school aged children and adolescents with a range of psychological, educational and neuropsychological issues. These issues include developmental delays, learning disorders, chronic medical conditions, divorce, remarriage, adoption and PTSD. As part of the process, I work closely with each child's family and offer parent guidance. My goal is to help your child resume moving forward on his or her own developmental path as efficiently as possible. While trained in a psychodyamic approach, I incorporate cognitive behavioral strategies and a deep understanding of attachment research and neuropsychology into my work.
I specialize in evaluating and working with preschoolers, school aged children and adolescents with a range of psychological, educational and neuropsychological issues. These issues include developmental delays, learning disorders, chronic medical conditions, divorce, remarriage, adoption and PTSD. As part of the process, I work closely with each child's family and offer parent guidance. My goal is to help your child resume moving forward on his or her own developmental path as efficiently as possible. While trained in a psychodyamic approach, I incorporate cognitive behavioral strategies and a deep understanding of attachment research and neuropsychology into my work.
When working with children and adolescents, I believe in taking a pragmatic approach.
I believe in being an active collaborator in psychotherapy sessions. My style is warm, frank, and attentive to the processes of healing and change. Therapy is not a one size fits all type of experience. Using creativity, exploration and feedback, we will discover the unique combination of insight, emotional processing, coping skills and lifestyle changes that will help you reach your goals and enhance your sense of well-being.
When working with children and adolescents, I believe in taking a pragmatic approach.
I believe in being an active collaborator in psychotherapy sessions. My style is warm, frank, and attentive to the processes of healing and change. Therapy is not a one size fits all type of experience. Using creativity, exploration and feedback, we will discover the unique combination of insight, emotional processing, coping skills and lifestyle changes that will help you reach your goals and enhance your sense of well-being.
I work within a Cognitive Behavioral framework but am trained in a variety of techniques and frequently incorporate them into the treatment I provide. I am intensively trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy and have extensive experience working with depressed, suicidal and self-injuring teens and their families. Additionally, I am trained to work with children with disruptive behaviors and their parents. I also conduct psychoeducational evaluations to determine appropriate school placement, identify learning issues and offer academic recommendations.
I work within a Cognitive Behavioral framework but am trained in a variety of techniques and frequently incorporate them into the treatment I provide. I am intensively trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy and have extensive experience working with depressed, suicidal and self-injuring teens and their families. Additionally, I am trained to work with children with disruptive behaviors and their parents. I also conduct psychoeducational evaluations to determine appropriate school placement, identify learning issues and offer academic recommendations.
Anthony Cianci
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW, CPsyA
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Chelsea, New York, NY 10001
In my work with children and adolescents I use a combination of talk and expressive play therapy to help youth better understand and manage their behavior, feelings and impulses.
I am a clinical social worker with extensive experience treating children, adolescents and adults of diverse backgrounds. I have advanced training in contemporary psychoanalysis and utilize an integrated approach tailored to suit an individual's unique needs. I believe the central goal of all psychotherapy is to develop the ability to put into words our thoughts, feelings, memories and fantasies. I am attentive, supportive and encourage reflection on both past and present life experiences. I strive to create an environment that encourages openness and vulnerability and place high value in a strong, working therapeutic relationship.
In my work with children and adolescents I use a combination of talk and expressive play therapy to help youth better understand and manage their behavior, feelings and impulses.
I am a clinical social worker with extensive experience treating children, adolescents and adults of diverse backgrounds. I have advanced training in contemporary psychoanalysis and utilize an integrated approach tailored to suit an individual's unique needs. I believe the central goal of all psychotherapy is to develop the ability to put into words our thoughts, feelings, memories and fantasies. I am attentive, supportive and encourage reflection on both past and present life experiences. I strive to create an environment that encourages openness and vulnerability and place high value in a strong, working therapeutic relationship.
Dr. Dobbs is an accomplished clinical psychologist with over fifteen years of experience between teaching and clinical work. She specializes in working with children, teens, and adults and has worked across various settings, including private practice, school, residential, and community mental health. Her therapeutic approach is rooted in the gold standard of treatment, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which provides faster, more effective results. With children and teens, she goes beyond the traditional confines of therapy by harnessing their natural creativity, integrating art, music, games, journaling, and other creative outlets.
Dr. Dobbs is an accomplished clinical psychologist with over fifteen years of experience between teaching and clinical work. She specializes in working with children, teens, and adults and has worked across various settings, including private practice, school, residential, and community mental health. Her therapeutic approach is rooted in the gold standard of treatment, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which provides faster, more effective results. With children and teens, she goes beyond the traditional confines of therapy by harnessing their natural creativity, integrating art, music, games, journaling, and other creative outlets.
Karen E Shaw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chelsea, New York, NY 10001
Having completed training at NYU Psychoanalytic Institute, I'm experienced in psychodynamic practice with children and adults.
Psychotherapy is a practice of deep listening and understanding. I help people develop insight into their troubles and look into habitual patterns that may create obstacles to their life goals. Together, we identify these patterns, explore feelings, and put effective coping skills into practice.
When working with children, my approach invites the family in. Parent coaching, which involves a neurobiological understanding, and psychodynamic insight are integral. Through play therapy I help children discover ways to communicate their experience. The purpose is to establish a connection that encourages growth and the sense that children have a positive impact in their world.
Having completed training at NYU Psychoanalytic Institute, I'm experienced in psychodynamic practice with children and adults.
Psychotherapy is a practice of deep listening and understanding. I help people develop insight into their troubles and look into habitual patterns that may create obstacles to their life goals. Together, we identify these patterns, explore feelings, and put effective coping skills into practice.
When working with children, my approach invites the family in. Parent coaching, which involves a neurobiological understanding, and psychodynamic insight are integral. Through play therapy I help children discover ways to communicate their experience. The purpose is to establish a connection that encourages growth and the sense that children have a positive impact in their world.
Jennings Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, AcHT
Verified Verified
Chelsea, New York, NY 10011
Our specialty is with children, adolescents, and families.
Insightful. Experienced. Knowledgeable. Reflective. The search for the right counselor can be a daunting task. When you've found the right professional, you'll know from the feelings of comfort, warmth, and welcome that envelope you. We believe we are all puppets on a string, living this life to learn better ways to love and treat each other with kindness, respect and compassion. There is light at the end of the tunnel, and we do believe it all works out in the end, however, it is impossible to do it alone. Together, we can build sessions that inspire, and encourage.
Our specialty is with children, adolescents, and families.
Insightful. Experienced. Knowledgeable. Reflective. The search for the right counselor can be a daunting task. When you've found the right professional, you'll know from the feelings of comfort, warmth, and welcome that envelope you. We believe we are all puppets on a string, living this life to learn better ways to love and treat each other with kindness, respect and compassion. There is light at the end of the tunnel, and we do believe it all works out in the end, however, it is impossible to do it alone. Together, we can build sessions that inspire, and encourage.
I am a long-time teacher in Family Medicine, and have developed a specialty in treating adults and children who suffer from unexplained, troubling physical symptoms, and those suffering from the emotional effects of physical illness.
Nearly thirty years ago I was began my family therapy training with one of the most highly-regarded figures in the field, Dr. Salvador Minuchin. Since then, I have worked with couples reeling from affairs, or on the verge of divorce, people suffering from anxiety or depression, and children with "acting out" behavior or identified as having ADHD. My long experience as a family therapist has only deepened my appreciation for the trials and triumphs of the human condition. I work relatively briefly, and often successfully, with those who have tried other therapies, without improvement.
I am a long-time teacher in Family Medicine, and have developed a specialty in treating adults and children who suffer from unexplained, troubling physical symptoms, and those suffering from the emotional effects of physical illness.
Nearly thirty years ago I was began my family therapy training with one of the most highly-regarded figures in the field, Dr. Salvador Minuchin. Since then, I have worked with couples reeling from affairs, or on the verge of divorce, people suffering from anxiety or depression, and children with "acting out" behavior or identified as having ADHD. My long experience as a family therapist has only deepened my appreciation for the trials and triumphs of the human condition. I work relatively briefly, and often successfully, with those who have tried other therapies, without improvement.
I work closely and collaboratively with parents to help improve their understanding of their child’s unique developmental needs, and offer you the ability to utilize tools to improve interactions and balance for the whole family.
As a child psychologist I work with many children who struggle with a variety of emotional and behavioral challenges. It is vital to address these challenges early in a child’s development and to provide individualized treatment, tailored to the needs of the child and the family. Therapy will offer your child the opportunity to express their concerns, understand their emotions, and develop coping skills. In my work with adolescents I aim to help them to find balance between their emerging independence and their ongoing reliance on the adults in their lives.
I work closely and collaboratively with parents to help improve their understanding of their child’s unique developmental needs, and offer you the ability to utilize tools to improve interactions and balance for the whole family.
As a child psychologist I work with many children who struggle with a variety of emotional and behavioral challenges. It is vital to address these challenges early in a child’s development and to provide individualized treatment, tailored to the needs of the child and the family. Therapy will offer your child the opportunity to express their concerns, understand their emotions, and develop coping skills. In my work with adolescents I aim to help them to find balance between their emerging independence and their ongoing reliance on the adults in their lives.
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Jocelyn S Shaw Ph.D.
Psychologist, PhD, BC-DMT, LCAT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chelsea, New York, NY 10119
I have specialized training in the following areas: 1) Working with children (including infancy and early childhood), adolescents, and families, including parenting support; 2) Providing treatment for emotional, behavioral, and developmental concerns (including Autism Spectrum and related disorders); 3) Supporting people and families coping with medical illnesses, including cancer.
I help children, adolescents, adults and families with a wide range of issues, including anxiety and depression, school and behavioral challenges, life transitions and developmental delays, and family and relationship concerns. My work is informed by cognitive behavioral therapy, dynamic psychotherapy, family systems, and mind-body approaches.
I have specialized training in the following areas: 1) Working with children (including infancy and early childhood), adolescents, and families, including parenting support; 2) Providing treatment for emotional, behavioral, and developmental concerns (including Autism Spectrum and related disorders); 3) Supporting people and families coping with medical illnesses, including cancer.
I help children, adolescents, adults and families with a wide range of issues, including anxiety and depression, school and behavioral challenges, life transitions and developmental delays, and family and relationship concerns. My work is informed by cognitive behavioral therapy, dynamic psychotherapy, family systems, and mind-body approaches.
As a published author specializing in children and teens, I worked with hundreds of youth in schools and treatment centers using my drama therapy approach, Parents, teachers, and families can benefit from the work and learn new coping tools to address emotion regulation and behavior change.
Does your child suffer from anxiety, depression, or trauma? Do they have difficulty managing their emotions? I help your child learn ways to express and cope with difficult feelings through fun and creative experiences. Expressive arts approaches such as drama and art are often effective when words are not enough. 25 years of experience and my attachment based approach helps children, teens and parents build trust so they can discover new perspectives to replace negative self-concepts and behavior. We work together on concrete coping skills to address issues of school challenges, and overcoming symptoms of anxiety and depression.
As a published author specializing in children and teens, I worked with hundreds of youth in schools and treatment centers using my drama therapy approach, Parents, teachers, and families can benefit from the work and learn new coping tools to address emotion regulation and behavior change.
Does your child suffer from anxiety, depression, or trauma? Do they have difficulty managing their emotions? I help your child learn ways to express and cope with difficult feelings through fun and creative experiences. Expressive arts approaches such as drama and art are often effective when words are not enough. 25 years of experience and my attachment based approach helps children, teens and parents build trust so they can discover new perspectives to replace negative self-concepts and behavior. We work together on concrete coping skills to address issues of school challenges, and overcoming symptoms of anxiety and depression.
If you are ready for a change, please reach out for an initial consultation to see if I'm the right fit for you or your child.
You may be entering a new stage in your life, and need support in navigating the stressors of embarking on this new challenge and redefining your relationships with family members. Maybe you are a new parent who knows they want to parent differently from your parents but are unsure of where to start. Or your new role as a parent as brought to the surface your own childhood experiences that you want to explore and process. Maybe you see your child struggling with intense feelings and are seeking support for them.
If you are ready for a change, please reach out for an initial consultation to see if I'm the right fit for you or your child.
You may be entering a new stage in your life, and need support in navigating the stressors of embarking on this new challenge and redefining your relationships with family members. Maybe you are a new parent who knows they want to parent differently from your parents but are unsure of where to start. Or your new role as a parent as brought to the surface your own childhood experiences that you want to explore and process. Maybe you see your child struggling with intense feelings and are seeking support for them.
During my career working in different settings, I have worked with children and adults with A.
Life can be stressful and challenging at times. Sometimes we need the guidance, empathy and support of a skilled therapist to help us through difficult times. I am a warm, dynamic and seasoned individual, family and couples therapist trained at the Ackerman Institute. My goal is to help my clients identify feelings, thoughts or behaviors which may affect their interpersonal relationships, self esteem or personal goals. I have advanced training in Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples which helps identify negative patterns and creates greater trust, understanding and intimacy.
During my career working in different settings, I have worked with children and adults with A.
Life can be stressful and challenging at times. Sometimes we need the guidance, empathy and support of a skilled therapist to help us through difficult times. I am a warm, dynamic and seasoned individual, family and couples therapist trained at the Ackerman Institute. My goal is to help my clients identify feelings, thoughts or behaviors which may affect their interpersonal relationships, self esteem or personal goals. I have advanced training in Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples which helps identify negative patterns and creates greater trust, understanding and intimacy.
I take a holistic approach to healing, focusing on Psychotherapy, Art Therapy and customized nutritional choices. In my 17 years of experience working with different types of children, couples and individuals diagnosed with mental illnesses, and severe trauma or just needing to speak about what they go through in their daily life, I realized that holistic treatments are often ignored. I believe that every part of us is connected and how we think, what we eat, our habits, patterns, family history all play a role in our mental health.
I take a holistic approach to healing, focusing on Psychotherapy, Art Therapy and customized nutritional choices. In my 17 years of experience working with different types of children, couples and individuals diagnosed with mental illnesses, and severe trauma or just needing to speak about what they go through in their daily life, I realized that holistic treatments are often ignored. I believe that every part of us is connected and how we think, what we eat, our habits, patterns, family history all play a role in our mental health.
I was originally trained as a child psychologist and have 25 years experience working with children, adolescents and adults.
I use IMAGO relationship therapy to help me work with you in both individual sessions as well as couple/group/parenting sessions. We all want to create more connected, healthier and loving relationships in our lives and together we can figure out your relationship patterns, the causes of conflict in your relationships, and ways to heal those parts of the self that are more difficult to access. Therapy can be an empowering way to increase flexibility in one's life and to improve well being at home and at work. My goal is to help you increase your flexibility and learn more effective ways to interact with others.
I was originally trained as a child psychologist and have 25 years experience working with children, adolescents and adults.
I use IMAGO relationship therapy to help me work with you in both individual sessions as well as couple/group/parenting sessions. We all want to create more connected, healthier and loving relationships in our lives and together we can figure out your relationship patterns, the causes of conflict in your relationships, and ways to heal those parts of the self that are more difficult to access. Therapy can be an empowering way to increase flexibility in one's life and to improve well being at home and at work. My goal is to help you increase your flexibility and learn more effective ways to interact with others.
Dawn Gilbert Ippoliti
Art Therapist, MA, ATR-BC, LCAT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chelsea, New York, NY 10011
I am passionate about living life in the present moment and deeply value mindfulness as an accessible internal resource to help alleviate stress and anxiety. Many people I see are looking for an alternative to traditional talk therapy. My comprehensive training in psychotherapy and art therapy brings a diverse element to my sessions. I have been practicing for fifteen years with the majority of my professional experience focusing on children and families. My private practice includes supporting young people and professionals through life changes. Often, these individuals hope to find more direction and/or deeper meaning in their own experiences.
I am passionate about living life in the present moment and deeply value mindfulness as an accessible internal resource to help alleviate stress and anxiety. Many people I see are looking for an alternative to traditional talk therapy. My comprehensive training in psychotherapy and art therapy brings a diverse element to my sessions. I have been practicing for fifteen years with the majority of my professional experience focusing on children and families. My private practice includes supporting young people and professionals through life changes. Often, these individuals hope to find more direction and/or deeper meaning in their own experiences.
I offer a variety of assessment and treatment services for children, teens, and adults. I have 10+ years experience working with children and families, helping them cope with a wide variety of issues. I specialize in attachment focused treatment and mood disorders. I work with parents to learn more adaptive ways to relate to their child and help children develop their ability to cope more effectively with stressful feelings and deepen their capacity to form close relationships. I also work with your child to develop skills to better cope with their worries, self-criticism or depressive feelings.
I offer a variety of assessment and treatment services for children, teens, and adults. I have 10+ years experience working with children and families, helping them cope with a wide variety of issues. I specialize in attachment focused treatment and mood disorders. I work with parents to learn more adaptive ways to relate to their child and help children develop their ability to cope more effectively with stressful feelings and deepen their capacity to form close relationships. I also work with your child to develop skills to better cope with their worries, self-criticism or depressive feelings.
Cora Goldfarb
Licensed Psychoanalyst, LCAT, LP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Chelsea, New York, NY 10011
In addition to working with adults, I have extensive experience working with children and adolescents.
Through both my psychoanalytic training and my training as a creative arts therapist, I treat each person as an individual and we come up with a treatment plan together. My patients are often dealing with depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationship issues, identity formation, trauma, and attachment issues. My view of therapy is a collaborative process where we work together to help you increase your self-esteem, have a greater understanding of yourself, and be able to have healthy and long-lasting friendships and romantic relationships.
In addition to working with adults, I have extensive experience working with children and adolescents.
Through both my psychoanalytic training and my training as a creative arts therapist, I treat each person as an individual and we come up with a treatment plan together. My patients are often dealing with depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationship issues, identity formation, trauma, and attachment issues. My view of therapy is a collaborative process where we work together to help you increase your self-esteem, have a greater understanding of yourself, and be able to have healthy and long-lasting friendships and romantic relationships.
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Child Therapists
Do I need to attend therapy with my child?
Parents are an integral part of a child’s therapy, but the specifics of their involvement vary. If your child is young, you may attend most or all sessions; if your child is older, you may attend a few sessions or none; sometimes a therapist may ask you to have a session on your own. Whatever the arrangement, you should expect to work collaboratively with the therapist, your child, and your family members to take steps to help support your child.
How long are sessions with child therapists?
Children’s therapy sessions can last 30 minutes, 45 minutes, or 60 minutes. The length of the session may depend on your child’s age and the type of therapy practiced. You can discuss this with therapists you consult and the one you ultimately move forward with.
How do I get a child to agree to seek therapy?
The best approach is to have an open-ended conversation with your child about how they’re doing and what they might be struggling with. When you raise therapy, discuss the concept in an age-appropriate way, for example explaining that a therapist’s job is to help kids handle their hard or uncomfortable feelings. Frame therapy positively, as an opportunity to explore and build emotional skills—it’s an important tool in the toolbox to help kids feel their best.
How can I tell if a therapist is a good fit for my child?
A child needs to feel comfortable opening up about their thoughts and feelings, so if your child feels a sense of comfort, ease, and trust with their therapist, that’s a great sign. In addition, a therapist is a good fit for your child if the two can communicate well together; a clinician should be able to communicate clearly, effectively, and in an age-appropriate manner.